Underwriting Intern
Burns & Wilcox
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year
- Must know
- MarketingExcel
- Nice to have
- Microsoft Office
- Work
- On-site in San Diego Metropolitan Area · internship
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Excel34%Microsoft Office31%Marketing17%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 11, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
Burns & Wilcox is offering a 12-week summer internship program for passionate individuals seeking a career path in the specialty insurance industry. This paid internship provides hands-on, real-world experience to develop business acumen, communication, and leadership skills. Interns will learn from and network with executive leadership and fellow interns. The role requires working 40 hours per week, on-site. The Underwriting Intern will be immersed in one of our specialty underwriting teams, which include commercial, personal, or professional lines of insurance.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in agent marketing calls and attend client meetings
- Engage in insurance policy renewals
- Update new business and renewals in Microsoft Excel
- Determine which program or market best meets the needs of agency clients
- Communicate loss notices and policy changes
- Work alongside senior leaders on special projects
Qualifications
- Enrolled as an undergraduate at an accredited university
- Actively pursuing a degree in Risk Management and Insurance (strongly preferred), Business, Finance, or another relevant field
- Expected graduation in December 2027 or May 2028
- Previous internship experience is preferred
- Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office applications